In a pressure boil chena cubes with water (just to cover chena) and salt to taste. Bring to pressure cooker on high heat for 2 quick whistles. Allow the cooker to cool naturally. Open the cooker and check the texture of chena. If it's cooked well, that's fine. Or cook again for another 2 quick whistles (adjust water too).

For seasoning:

1 tbsp - oil

1 tsp - mustard seeds

3/4 tsp - red chilli powder

How to Make Chena Mezhukkupuratti

In a pan or karahi, heat oil. Add mustard seeds. When they crackle, add boiled chena cubes and adjust salt to taste.

Cover with a lid and cook on a medium to low heat for 10 - 12 minutes until spices well coated on chena.

Serve as a side dish with rice and other accompaniments.

Recipe Courtesy: Niya's World

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